When God Moves In The Fulfillment Of Prophecies That Concern Israel And The Return Of Jesus To Earth, There Are Multiple Prophecies That Are Involved

There is a prophetic discussion that describes Psalm 83 as a precursor, spiritual foundation, or even a prayer of intercession related to the Ezekiel 38–39 war. Although the two texts describe different historical and prophetic contexts, many Bible teachers see a connection, particularly in the shared theme of a coalition of nations rising against Israel. Below is a detailed breakdown of the possible correlation between Psalm 83 and Ezekiel 38–39.

The Text of Psalm 83

Psalm 83 is an imprecatory psalm attributed to Asaph, calling upon God to act against a confederacy of nations conspiring to destroy Israel:

“Come,” they say, “let us wipe out Israel as a nation. We will destroy the very memory of its existence.” (Psalm 83:4)

A Summary of Ezekiel 38–39

Ezekiel describe a massive future invasion of Israel led by Gog of Magog, from the “uttermost parts of the north,” accompanied by a coalition of nations. This war is prophesied to occur in the “latter days” (Ezek. 38:8, 16).

The Prophetic Interpretation: How Psalm 83 Relates to Ezekiel 38

Psalm 83 as a Precursor Conflict

Psalm 83 describes a distinct war that precedes Ezekiel 38. The idea is:

• Psalm 83 nations are not listed in Ezekiel 38.
• This suggests that these neighboring Arab enemies may be neutralized before the Ezekiel 38 war.
• Israel may be living in “peace and safety” (Ezek. 38:11) because Psalm 83’s enemies are no longer a threat.

Psalm 83 as a Prayer for All Future Enemies

Another view is that Psalm 83 is not a distinct war, but rather a general prophetic prayer asking for divine protection and intervention against any coalition of enemies—including the Ezekiel 38 invaders.

• “Make them like tumbleweed, O my God, like chaff before the wind!” (Ps. 83:13) echoes the divine destruction seen in Ezekiel 39.
• The tone of divine vindication and protection of Israel’s name fits the larger eschatological narrative.

Psalm 83 as the Prophetic Application Behind Ezekiel 38

Even if Psalm 83 is not a literal prophecy of war, it may still function spiritually as:

• A national prayer of Israel in the last days.
• A heavenly appeal that precedes God’s direct action in Ezekiel 38.
• A template of intercession by the faithful remnant.

The Possible Chronological Flow of Psalms 83 and Ezekiel 38

Psalm 83 Conflict (Inner Ring War)

• – Arab states surrounding Israel attack
• – Israel defeats them (possibly with God’s help)
• – Israel expands borders, gains temporary peace

An Interim Period of Peace

• – Israel dwells securely (Ezek. 38:8,11)
• – Removal of walls, gates, and bars

Ezekiel 38–39 Invasion (Outer Ring War)

• – Larger non-Arab confederacy led by Russia and Iran
• – God supernaturally destroys them
• – Nations recognize Yahweh’s name (Ezek. 39:7)

While Psalm 83 and Ezekiel 38–39 describe different coalitions and events, many see Psalm 83 as either:

• A distinct prophetic war that sets the stage for Ezekiel 38
• A spiritual intercession for deliverance from end-time enemies
• Or a generic call to God that prophetically aligns with God’s eventual intervention in Ezekiel 38–39

Primary Biblical Texts:

• Psalm 83:4 – “Come,” they say, “let us wipe out Israel as a nation.”
• Ezekiel 38:11 – “You will say, ‘Israel is an unprotected land filled with unwalled villages!’”
• Ezekiel 38:16 – “It will be in the latter days that I will bring you against My land.”
• Ezekiel 39:7 – “Then my people will know that I am the Lord their God…”

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